Unusual "Bleriot" Sewing Tape Measure. c.1910
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Unusual sewing tape measure with an applied gilt brass plaque depicting an attractive aviation scene showing a Bleriot Mk.XI aeroplane in flight. Dating from around 1910.
The outer case of this tape measure is made from nickel plated metal and the tape is printed in both inches and milimetres. The tape is sprung loaded and can be rewound automatically by pressing the small button in the centre of the underside. Case diameter : 37.5mm. Good condition (slight wear and tear).
The Bleriot Mk.XI was a very successful monoplane which was first flown on 23rd January 1909. The plane was flown by it's designer, Louis Bleriot on the first crossing of the English channel on 25th July 1909. The Mk.XI went into production that year and became very popular with competition pilots in both England and France. It was later manufactured in substantial quantities for France's "Aviation Militaire" and several were supplied to Britain's Royal Flying Corps. They were used by both countries in the early part of W.W.I.
For more information on Louis Bleriot and his aircraft, please click on the link below :
Inventory No. A-49
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